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Kwasi Sibo Declares Readiness for Black Stars Call-Up

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Kwasi Sibo Declares Readiness for Black Stars Call-Up
Kwasi Sibo Declares Readiness for Black Stars Call-Up

Real Oviedo Midfielder Kwasi Sibo Says He’s Ready to Represent Ghana

Kwasi Sibo, a 27-year-old Ghanaian midfielder currently playing for Real Oviedo, helped the team secure its qualification to the Spanish La Liga and has expressed his readiness for any Black Stars call-up.

Kwasi made 38 appearances for the Spanish side, scoring 1 and assisting 1, but his impact in those games made it possible for the team to progress.

READ ALSO: Captain Jordan Ayew Urges Patience Amid Black Stars’ Struggles

There has been some Ghanaians calling for Kwasi Sibo’s inclusion in the national team (Black Stars); many believe he will add some form of aggression in the midfield and also help in the defensive style of play due to his physical strength.

Kwasi Sibo Declares Readiness for Black Stars Call-Up

Following his excellent performance, Sibo insists he is well prepared to honor a call-up for the Black Stars.

“I am ready to play for the Black Stars,” he told Asempa FM.

“I played competitively last season, and I played a key role in our qualification to the La Liga next season.

“I am competing with some best players at Real Oviedo, and if you look at my performance last season, I am ready to play for the Black Stars,” he added.

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We wanted to win Unity Cup – Black Stars captain Jordan Ayew

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We wanted to win Unity Cup - Black Stars captain Jordan Ayew

Jordan Ayew, captain of the Black Stars, acknowledged that although Ghana wanted to win the Unity Cup, the team didn’t succeed in doing so.

The Gtech Community Stadium in London hosted a four-nation competition in which the four-time African champions competed. Ghana lost to bitter rivals Nigeria 2-1 in the semifinals to start the campaign.

We wanted to win Unity Cup - Black Stars captain Jordan Ayew

The Black Stars bounced back from the early setback with a strong showing in the third-place playoff, defeating Trinidad and Tobago 4-0.

In an interview with Ghana FA media following the tournament, Ayew acknowledged the team’s strengths while expressing disappointment at not taking home the championship.

“Obviously, we needed to bounce back stronger after the loss to Nigeria. I think we didn’t start well against Nigeria, but the second half was brilliant, just that we didn’t take our chances,” Ayew said.

“We have loads of positives to pick from the two games. We wanted to win the Unity Cup, but we fell short in the first game.

“The lads played well, we created chances, scored four goals and kept a clean sheet, and that is great for us,” he added.

The Unity Cup served as part of Ghana’s preparations for the upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers. The Black Stars are set to face Chad and Mali in Matchdays 7 and 8, scheduled for September.

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Jordan Ayew praises new Black Stars players after Unity Cup.

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Jordan Ayew praises new Black Stars players after Unity Cup.

Following the Unity Cup matches, Black Stars captain Jordan Ayew commended the new players’ performances.

Ghana took part in a four-nation competition at the Gtech Community Stadium in London earlier this month. Five players received their first call-ups to the senior national team, but a number of important players were removed from Otto Addo’s final roster before the tournament.

READ ALSO: Captain Jordan Ayew Urges Patience Amid Black Stars’ Struggles

Jordan Ayew praises new Black Stars players after Unity Cup.

With a 4-0 victory over Trinidad and Tobago, the Black Stars recovered from a 2-1 loss to Nigeria in their semifinal match to secure third place.

“The other players couldn’t make it, but in Ghana we have a lot of talent, and the new players showed their quality in the two matches,” the Leicester City attacker told the Ghana FA media.

“There is always a need for us to try some new players. We trained only twice before the first game, but the boys looked ready, sharp and confident in the game against Trinidad and Tobago and that showed in our performance.”

With the Black Stars set to take on Chad and Mali in the next round of the 2026 World Cup qualifiers in September, Ayew also added that he hopes to see improvement in the performance of the team.

“Hopefully, we have all the players back in the subsequent games so that we can fight for the points in the World Cup qualifiers,” he added.

Ghana will make a trip to face Chad before hosting Mali, all in the Matchday 7 and 8 games of the qualifiers.

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Michael Carrick leaves Middlesbrough

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Michael Carrick leaves Middlesbrough

Following a three-year tenure, Middlesbrough has fired head coach Michael Carrick.

On Wednesday morning, the 43-year-old met with club executives, including owner Steve Gibson, to discuss his future. Michael Carrick had been in command since October 2022, but throughout his three seasons in leadership, he was unable to guide the team to the Premier League; on Wednesday morning, owner Steve Gibson told Carrick of his fate.

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Michael Carrick leaves Middlesbrough

Carrick has been in charge since October 2022 and he failed to lead the club to the Premier League in the three seasons in charge.

The former Manchester United, Tottenham and West Ham midfielder is a popular figure on Teesside but the club feel this is the right time for a change.

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Basake Holy Stars demand points after abandoned clash with Nations FC

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Basake Holy Stars demand points after abandoned clash with Nations FC

Following the postponed match against Nations FC, Basake Holy Stars seek points.

Following the cancellation of their Ghana Premier League match against Nations FC, Basake Holy Stars have formally written to the Ghana Football Association (GFA) to request three points and three goals.

When Nations FC left the field during the league season’s penultimate match, it became a contentious event. The GFA claims that the issue is being looked into.

READ ALSO: Black Stars to hold official training in Luanda

Basake Holy Stars demand points after abandoned clash with Nations FC

When tempers rose, Holy Stars had been handed a second penalty and were ahead by one goal. They had also scored from the penalty spot. After a brawl broke out on the field, security officers intervened, and Nations FC left the game.

Nations FC released a strong-worded statement accusing abuse later on Sunday.

The club claimed their chairman, Dr Kwame Kyei, was assaulted, fans were intimidated, officiating was substandard, and security was inadequate.

Since then, the team has threatened to leave the league, and Dr. Kyei has apologized in public for his investment in Ghanaian football. An already challenging season tainted by controversy—including the stabbing of Kotoko fan Nana Pooley earlier, which resulted in a league-wide temporary suspension—is made worse by this tragedy.

The unrest persisted even after changes were made in the wake of that incident, and Nsoatreman ultimately decided to leave the competition. It looks like Nations FC is about to follow suit.

Meanwhile, Basake Holy Stars are vying for the points, which could have a big effect on the race for the championship. A victory would have improved the chances for Nations FC, who are vying for their first Premier League title.

However, their decision to abandon the match makes it more likely that the points could be awarded to Holy Stars, or a replay could be ordered.

Nations FC and second-placed Bibiani Gold Stars are currently level on points heading into the final matchday. The GFA is expected to deliver a verdict on the incident in the coming days.

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Mohammed Fuseini delighted to ‘fulfill childhood dream’ of playing for Ghana

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Mohammed Fuseini

Ghanaian winger Mohammed Fuseini, who is currently in Belgium, has said he feels honored and proud to be a member of the senior national squad.

After making his Black Stars debut in the 2-1 loss to Nigeria, the gifted forward, Mohammed Fuseini scored a goal against Trinidad and Tobago to lead Ghana to third place in the just concluded Unity Cup.

READ ALSO: Highlights: Ghana vs Trinidad & Tobago 2025 Unity Cup

Mohammed Fuseini

After helping his team win its first league title in nine decades, the Right to Dream Academy graduate, who currently plays for Royal Union Saint Gilloise, received his first call-up.

Following an outstanding performance, Mohammed Fuseini expressed his sincere appreciation to Ghanaians for their tremendous support of the team.

“A dream come true!! Proud, honored, and grateful to have made my debut for the Ghana national team. To Wear this jersey has always a childhood dream, and to finally live it is something l will never forget. Thanks to the fans for their amazing support and I promise to always do my best when I wear our beautiful jersey of the Black Stars,” he posted on Instagram.

Fuseini scored nine goals and added an assist in 33 matches in his first season with Union Saint Gilloise.

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Dembele praises PSG’s “exceptional” victory, saying, “We had to work hard for it.”

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Dembele praises PSG's "exceptional" victory, saying, "We had to work hard for it."

Dembele praises PSG

Following their decisive victory against Inter Milan in the Champions League final, Ousmane Dembele maintains that no one can contest PSG’s status as the greatest team in Europe.

On Saturday night, PSG crushed Inter 5-0 in Munich, and Dembele was outstanding once more.

READ ALSO: Paris Saint-Germain beat Inter to win first ever Champions League trophy

Dembele praises PSG's "exceptional" victory, saying, "We had to work hard for it."

“It’s pride, it’s simply extraordinary,” the France international later said. participating in the Champions League, taking home the first prize, and doing so in style. It’s hard to win 5-0 against Inter.

Although it was difficult, we shown talent, and this season we have become stronger. We’re wrapping up with that; it’s outstanding.

“The first Champions League matches were difficult but we gained confidence from match to match. We went to Liverpool, Aston Villa, Arsenal and we played great matches. In this final, we had to play a great match, show the great Paris. 

“We dominated the matches, but we couldn’t finish with many chances. The coach changed things, it did us good, he brought in competition, it pushes you to give 100% or you’re replaced. He built a real team, from match to match.” It’s exceptional, we have to celebrate this without breaking things in Paris.”

Dembele praises PSG's "exceptional" victory, saying, "We had to work hard for it."

Coach always had confidence in me

Asked about the influence of coach Luis Enrique on his form, Dembele was adamant.

He continued: “The coach, we had discussions, he always had confidence in me, he knows that I’m a team player. I’m not someone who cheats, especially for this PSG jersey. We changed things, the team’s mentality and even my own. I said at the start of the season that I wanted to score more goals and be a team leader.

“I had to set an example for the younger players, because I’m not so young anymore. Defending in matches like this, showing that you have to run for the jersey. I enjoy doing that, I put pressure on Yann Sommer to win back balls and it worked.”

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Paris Saint-Germain beat Inter to win first ever Champions League trophy

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Paris Saint-Germain beat Inter to win first ever Champions League trophy

Paris Saint-Germain defeated Inter 5-0 in the final to win their first Champions League championship.

On Saturday, Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) defeated Inter of Italy 5-0 to win the Champions League for the first time.

It’s the most lopsided final in the tournament’s history, surpassing even the 1994 4-0 victory over Barcelona by Inter’s local rivals AC Milan.

READ ALSO: Luis Enrique: PSG Are Deserving Champions League Finalist

Paris Saint-Germain beat Inter to win first ever Champions League trophy

From the beginning of the contest in Munich, Germany, Paris Saint-Germain gave their opponents no chance.

In the stadium typically used by Bayern Munich, Desire Doue, a 19-year-old French forward, scored twice for PSG and assisted Achraf Hakimi in scoring the first goal. Khvicha Kvaratskhelia then made it four goals, and Senny Mayulu, a replacement, finished the scoring.

“I can’t find the words. This is my biggest dream,” Doue said. “We have written history.”

Portuguese midfielder Vitinha, who was one of PSG’s creative sparks, said: “This means everything. It’s my dream, it’s our dream. It’s incredible. The result is not by magic. I’m happy we did it like this, we’re now going to celebrate.”

Qatari-owned PSG are just the second French club since Marseille in 1993 to win European football’s top trophy.

The victory comes five years after they lost to Bayern Munich in their only previous final appearance.

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Highlights: Ghana vs Trinidad & Tobago 2025 Unity Cup

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Ghana vs Trinidad & Tobago 2025 Unity Cup

Ghana 4-0 Trinidad and Tobago: With a decisive victory, the Black Stars secure third place in the Unity Cup.

Ghana secured third place in the 2025 Unity Cup on Saturday after easily defeating Trinidad and Tobago 4-0.

A few minutes into the afternoon’s action, captain Jordan Ayew opened the score with a curling attempt from outside the box, inspiring a very inexperienced Black Stars team.

READ ALSO: Black Stars coach Otto Addo awaits unpaid salaries

Ghana vs Trinidad & Tobago 2025 Unity Cup

Six minutes later, the Leicester City forward laid the ball off for Mohammed Fuseini to rifle in a third of the game before halftime, after which defender Razak Simpson headed home the corner.

Ayew, who had several other chances throughout his hour-long appearance, was in the area again just prior to his second-half withdrawal but this time wasn’t needed as Lawrence Agyekum’s effort from a tight angle squeezed through the legs of Jabari St Hillaire, taking a deflection off the Trinidad and Tobago goalkeeper on its way into the net.

Simpson and Fuseini both scored their first goals for the Ghana Black Stars; the former made up for his own goal against Nigeria in the middle of the week, while the latter made sure his complete international debut went as smoothly as it could have.

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Michael Essien visits Black Stars ahead of Trinidad and Tobago clash in London

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Michael Essien visits Black Stars ahead of Trinidad and Tobago clash in London

Before the Black Stars’ match against Trinidad and Tobago in the Unity Cup event, the legendary Ghanaian footballer Michael Essien paid them a visit.

The former Chelsea player met with the technical staff, which was headed by Stephen Appiah, the vice chairman of the management committee, and his old colleague Otto Addo. He also enjoyed the occasion with the national team’s players, the majority of whom hold him in high regard.

Michael Essien visits Black Stars ahead of Trinidad and Tobago clash in London

Despite a strong second half performance led by Caleb Yirenkyi, one of Essien’s students, the Black Stars lost their inaugural match against Nigeria on Wednesday. The 19-year-old and Essien had been coworkers at FC Nordsjaelland in Denmark.

Ghana will be hoping to salvage some pride when they face Caribbean nation Trinidad and Tobago on Saturday.

Essien enjoyed a stellar career, playing for some of the best clubs in the world including Real Madrid.

Following his retirement in 2021, the former AC Milan midfielder decided to venture into management.

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